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Beyond the Blueprint: Why Behaviour Matters in Change Leadership.
In this episode, we tackle a critical but often overlooked aspect of change management in local government: the human element. We’re joined once agai…
4 months, 1 week ago
Strong, Vibrant Communities: Why Town & Parish Councils Matter in Surrey’s LGR
Surrey is about to become the national test case for the government’s latest wave of local government reform, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. With…
4 months, 1 week ago
LGR in Flux: Delays, Direction & the Signals Behind the Shake‑Up
This month’s deep dive into local government reorganisation brings a timely and candid conversation with Rowan Cole, Director at Coal Face Engagement…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Building Inclusive Growth: Inside Newham’s Strategic Place Vision
In this episode of Truth About Local Government, we dive into how the London Borough of Newham is turning its Growth Plan into reality. With a strong…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Beyond the Map: Why Governance Design Beats Structure in Local Government Reorganisation
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) isn’t just about drawing new boundaries it’s about what happens in the first 100 days when governance design, d…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
The Legacy Coach: Rewriting Your Next Chapter
In this episode of Truth About Local Government, I sit down with Averil Price author of The Legacy Coach: Your Next Chapter, Your Legacy, Your Way, a…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Creating a City of Culture: Insights from Arts, Health, and Innovation
In this episode of Truth About Local Government, Matthew Masters speaks with Professor Rafaela Neiva, Professor in Public Sociology at Liverpool Busi…
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Rethinking Transformation in Local Government: A Smarter Approach to Success
Transformation in local government is often framed as a necessity driven by financial pressures, rising demand, and the need to modernise services. Y…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Culture as Catalyst: How Values-Driven Leadership Powers Organisational Change
In this we had the pleasure of speaking with Emma Riley, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Barrett Values Centre, to explore the transformative power…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Hull Forward: Leadership, Infrastructure, and Inclusive Growth – Insights from Leader, Councillor Mike Ross
In this episode of Truth About Local Government, Matt Masters sits down with Councillor Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council, to explore the city’s…
6 months, 2 weeks ago